Biochemical Engineer Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Graduate Program

at VFV Pty Ltd.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mitcham, Melbourne VIC

$72,500 per year

A fantastic team environment
Get Experience in critical roles before deciding your career path
Work with Australia's largest Pharmaceutical manufacturing companies

A fantastic team environment
Get Experience in critical roles before deciding your career path
Work with Australia's largest Pharmaceutical manufacturing companies

A great introduction to the Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences industry in Australia. Get experience in critical roles with

subClassification: Pharmaceuticals & Medical DevicesPharmaceuticals & Medical Devices

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

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Listed one day ago

Chemical Service Technician

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Smithfield, Sydney NSW

AUD 45 - 55 per hour, $44–$45 + super, start ASAP

Manage on-site chemical programmes, ensuring performance and reliability
Carry out water testing, interpret results, and adjust treatments
Troubleshoot plant issues, liaise with operators, and ensure smooth daily ops

Manage on-site chemical programmes, ensuring performance and reliability
Carry out water testing, interpret results, and adjust treatments
Troubleshoot plant issues, liaise with operators, and ensure smooth daily ops

Technical Chemical Service Technician | Site-based | Smithfield | Water treatment & chemical programmes | Global chemicals co.

subClassification: Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Laboratory Operations Officer

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

AUD 50 - 51 per hour

Australian Government laboratory supporting national measurement standards
Laboratory Operations Officer role within environmental and food testing
Ongoing contract based in North Ryde

Australian Government laboratory supporting national measurement standards
Laboratory Operations Officer role within environmental and food testing
Ongoing contract based in North Ryde

Join a leading government laboratory as a Laboratory Operations Officer, supporting accredited environmental and food testing.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Process Engineer

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

AUD 45 - 50 per hour

Contract with potential to go permanent
On-site role in South East Melbourne
Wastewater & process focus

Contract with potential to go permanent
On-site role in South East Melbourne
Wastewater & process focus

Contract Process Engineer role in SE Melbourne, focused on wastewater, chemical treatment and hands-on plant ops.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Laboratory Technician

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hobart TAS

$40.23/hr (incl. casual loading)

ASAP Start
Casual contract for 4 weeks covering leave
Must be able to work across day and afternoon shifts

ASAP Start
Casual contract for 4 weeks covering leave
Must be able to work across day and afternoon shifts

Routine analysis of samples using microbiological and chemical techniques. Sample collection. Follow GMP standards.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16d ago

Listed one day ago

Technical Officer Scientific

at AGL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Traralgon, West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley VIC

Manage plant chemistry performance to strict quality for a large power station
Parental Leave cover until December 2027
Wide range of employee benefits including discounted Energy & Telco plans

Manage plant chemistry performance to strict quality for a large power station
Parental Leave cover until December 2027
Wide range of employee benefits including discounted Energy & Telco plans

Play a vital role in the Scientific Services team, ensuring the operation & monitoring of water treatment and chemical plants at AGL Loy Yang.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Molecular Scientist

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Herston, Brisbane QLD

$5,557.50 - $5,798.90 per fortnight plus super

Work within a major tertiary Chemical Pathology laboratory
Permanent part-time role with shift and on-call opportunities
Apply advanced scientific skills in a 24/7 environment

Work within a major tertiary Chemical Pathology laboratory
Permanent part-time role with shift and on-call opportunities
Apply advanced scientific skills in a 24/7 environment

Deliver advanced Chemical Pathology services within a 24/7 tertiary hospital laboratory.

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed forty two minutes ago

Medical Scientist

at Department of Health

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Launceston, Launceston & North East TAS

$73,834 to $111,364 per annum + 12% Super

Process specimens and perform accurate lab testing
Support clinicians with timely diagnostic results
Collaborate in a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Process specimens and perform accurate lab testing
Support clinicians with timely diagnostic results
Collaborate in a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Join a supportive pathology team and contribute to delivering high-quality diagnostic services. You’ll process specimens, perform laboratory testing,

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

42m ago

Listed one day ago

Product Development Technologist (fixed term contract to Dec 2027)

at Private Advertiser

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Are you someone passionate about developing innovative food products and managing projects from concept to launch?

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Graduate Chemical Engineer

at GFG Alliance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Laverton, Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

Competitive salary

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Real Work with Real Outcomes - This immersive, hands-on program provides practical learning through hands-on experience and meaningful work.

subClassification: Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed two days ago

Laboratory Technician

at PERSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

PERSOL APAC is one of Australia's largest and longest serving recruitment providers. Delivering both quality temporary and permanent options.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Process Project Engineer

at Bell People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Global Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Excellent Long Term Opportunity - Start ASAP
Melbourne Metropolitan Area

Global Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Excellent Long Term Opportunity - Start ASAP
Melbourne Metropolitan Area

Exciting Opportunity for talented Process Project Engineer with process pharmaceutical & GMP exp. to join global pharmaceutical for major CAPEX work.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior Chemical Engineer

at Hudson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA(Hybrid)

AUD 75 - 110 per hour, PAYG or ABN

ABN & PAYG
[email protected]
Infrastructure Project Experience

ABN & PAYG
[email protected]
Infrastructure Project Experience

12 Month Contract Roles

subClassification: Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed eight days ago

Medical Scientist Continuous Shift

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bundaberg, Bundaberg & Wide Bay Burnett QLD

$3,030.00 - $4,453.50 per fortnight plus super

Work across multiple pathology disciplines in one laboratory
Join a collaborative 24/7 scientific team environment
Contribute to critical diagnostic services across Wide Bay

Work across multiple pathology disciplines in one laboratory
Join a collaborative 24/7 scientific team environment
Contribute to critical diagnostic services across Wide Bay

Deliver multidisciplinary pathology services within a 24/7 hospital laboratory environment.

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

8d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Staff Engineer

at The University of Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darlington, Sydney NSW

$112628 - $122702 p.a. + 17% Super

Full time, 2 years fixed term position
Provide expertise knowledge and technical support to researchers and students
Located at Chemical Engineering Building (J01) on the Darlington Campus

Full time, 2 years fixed term position
Provide expertise knowledge and technical support to researchers and students
Located at Chemical Engineering Building (J01) on the Darlington Campus

Ensuring that all activities within the work area comply with applicable Work Health and Safety (WHS) standards, aligning with University policy

subClassification: Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed three days ago

Laboratory Technician (12 Months Fixed Term Contract) - Environmental

at Assured Environmental

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tennyson, Brisbane QLD

An exciting opportunity to analyse samples to ensure client compliance with environmental regulations.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Scientist - Microbiology

at Canberra Health Services

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Deakin, Canberra ACT

$111639.0 - $120057.0 p.a.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior Scientist Microbiology to join Canberra Health Services.

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

TO2 Laboratory Technician

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dutton Park, Brisbane QLD

AUD 48.10 per hour

Govt TO2 Technical Officer role to Jan 2027 (Agri-Science, Microbial Ecology)
Lab prep, sample processing, media prep, general lab support
Science qual + lab experience; Q Fever vax & driver’s licence required

Govt TO2 Technical Officer role to Jan 2027 (Agri-Science, Microbial Ecology)
Lab prep, sample processing, media prep, general lab support
Science qual + lab experience; Q Fever vax & driver’s licence required

TO2 Technical Officer. Lab prep, sample processing, microbiology work. Science qual + lab exp required. Q Fever vax + driver’s licence.

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

22d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Scientist - Transfusions

at Mater Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$44.99 - $60.35hr + Super + Salary Packaging

Increase take-home pay with tax-free Salary Packaging up to $15,900
Join Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare organisation
South Brisbane location with discounted parking and close to public transport

Increase take-home pay with tax-free Salary Packaging up to $15,900
Join Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare organisation
South Brisbane location with discounted parking and close to public transport

Mater Pathology has an exciting opportunity for a Scientist to join our Transfusion team to primarily cover evening/ night shifts.

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

21h ago

Listed three days ago

Process Quality Technologists (Afternoon & Night Shift)

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Murarrie, Brisbane QLD

12 month fixed term contract, offering full time hours and entitlements
2 shifts available - Afternoons & Nights
Global organisation with multiple sites across Australia and worldwide

12 month fixed term contract, offering full time hours and entitlements
2 shifts available - Afternoons & Nights
Global organisation with multiple sites across Australia and worldwide

Ideal for manufacturing professionals with strong QA/food safety skills, experienced in RCA, non-conformance, complaints, and process improvement.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Scientist Gr 1 - Biochemistry

at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fitzroy, Melbourne VIC

Salary packaging
Great team culture
Career Progression

Salary packaging
Great team culture
Career Progression

You will work as part of the Biochemistry team to produce accurate, high quality and timely results and reports. You will be responsible for the effic

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

29d ago

Listed six days ago

Technical Officer - Maternity Leave Fixed-Term Contract

at Schreurs & Sons Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Devon Meadows, Melbourne VIC

$80,000 – $85,000 per year

Great opportunity for a hands-on role to extend your industry experience
Family-owned company
Outstanding work ethics & culture

Great opportunity for a hands-on role to extend your industry experience
Family-owned company
Outstanding work ethics & culture

Exciting opportunity in agricultural fresh produce farming for a technical officer to join our Quality Assurance Team.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Process Controller - North Head

at Sydney Water

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manly, Sydney NSW

EA 15 , 35 hours per week: $144,776.16 + super

10 month fixed term contract
Join a great team working at the Sydney Water North Head plant
Exciting and varied position at the heart of the team

10 month fixed term contract
Join a great team working at the Sydney Water North Head plant
Exciting and varied position at the heart of the team

Drive process stability and optimisation for the North Head WRRF, providing analytical and technical expertise to improve performance

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20h ago

Listed twenty days ago

Graduate Process Engineer

at GFG Alliance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wacol, Brisbane QLD

Competitive salary

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Real Work with Real Outcomes - This immersive, hands-on program provides practical learning through hands-on experience and meaningful work.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed six days ago

Product Development Technologist

at Peters Ice Cream

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mulgrave, Melbourne VIC

Successful & innovative global FMCG business with a portfolio of iconic brands
Versatile & challenging projects within a dynamic team
Weekly discount on product, access to subsidised staff canteen, free parking

Successful & innovative global FMCG business with a portfolio of iconic brands
Versatile & challenging projects within a dynamic team
Weekly discount on product, access to subsidised staff canteen, free parking

Leverage your credentials and passion as a Product Technologist for Australia’s leading ice-cream company - Peters Ice-cream

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Vaccine Research & Development Analyst (Maternity Cover)

at Virbac Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrith, Sydney NSW

$70,000 – $80,000 per year

Help care for the animals that care for our planet. Grow your career at a certified Great Place to Work® with flexibility, heart, and purpose.

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

19d ago

Listed nine days ago

Production Technician

at Finisar

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rosebery, Sydney NSW

Great location with secure onsite & street parking close to Green Square station
Afternoon shifts (2pm-10pm) with a 15% loading
12 month contract with potential to go permanent

Great location with secure onsite & street parking close to Green Square station
Afternoon shifts (2pm-10pm) with a 15% loading
12 month contract with potential to go permanent

Are you a chemical graduate looking for an entry role or a technician with some experience or knowledge in handling chemicals or using microscopes?

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

9d ago

Listed one day ago